Alexandria, VA vs Edina, MN
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Alexandria
67.6
#1397 nationally
Edina
73.1
#783 nationally
Edina leads in crime level (2.0 vs 6.0). Alexandria leads in walk score (62 vs 37). Edina leads in average commute (21 min vs 30.1 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Alexandria, VA | Edina, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 67.6 (#1397) | 73.1 (#783) |
| Population | 155,230 | 53,348 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $672,586 | $631,926 |
| Median Household Income | $113,179 | $125,506 |
| Average Commute | 30.1 min | 21 min |
| Walk Score | 62 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 6.0 | 2.0 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 155 | 142 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+57.7 | D+42.6 |
D+
67.6 Score
Alexandria, VA
Mid-size Virginia city with community character
Median Home
$672,586
Population
155,230
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
62
Northeast
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73.1 Score
Edina, MN
Minnesota community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$631,926
Population
53,348
Crime
Low
Walk Score
37
Midwest
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